Prezzo Italian searches for its first ‘chief tasting officer’

To celebrate the launch of its newly opened George Street restaurant, Prezzo Italian is offering food lovers the chance to land the role of ‘chief tasting officer’. 

Pizza enthusiasts and pasta fans are invited to apply for the honorary position, which will see one lucky recruit enjoy a free main dish every week of the year.

The chief tasting officer will spend their time sampling Prezzo Italian’s signature dishes, such as handmade pizzas and pastas, and sharing their thoughts on flavours, combinations and menu favourites. 

Ideal candidates will have a genuine love of Italian food, a passion for flavour and the ability to spot the perfect pizza topping or pasta pairing.

Naddy Onions, marketing director at Prezzo Italian, said: “With the opening of our new Edinburgh restaurant, what better way to celebrate than by giving one lucky Scot the chance to step into a role created just for them.

The chief tasting officer role is our way of inviting a passionate foodie to join the Prezzo Italian family, enjoy a signature dish every week, and help us share our love of Italian cooking with the city.”

The new restaurant, which opened in September, is located at135 George St. It is open seven days a week from 12-10pm and seats up to 250 guests across two floors and an outdoor terrace.

Applications are open until Sunday 16 November.

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Photography: Marc Millar